What is the cheapest way to get from Eccles to Skelmersdale?

The cheapest way to get from Eccles to Skelmersdale is to line 132 bus and line 375 bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eccles to Skelmersdale?

The fastest way to get from Eccles to Skelmersdale is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Eccles and Skelmersdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Eccles to Skelmersdale. However, there are services departing from Eccles Interchange and arriving at Concourse via The Trafford Centre Bus Station and Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Eccles to Skelmersdale?

The distance between Eccles and Skelmersdale is 32 miles. The road distance is 24.8 miles.

How do I travel from Eccles to Skelmersdale without a car?

The best way to get from Eccles to Skelmersdale without a car is to train and line 375 bus which takes 1h 54m and costs £9 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Eccles to Skelmersdale?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Eccles to Skelmersdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eccles to Skelmersdale bus from?

Eccles to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from The Trafford Centre Bus Station.

Where does the Eccles to Skelmersdale bus arrive?

Eccles to Skelmersdale bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Wallgate station.

Can I drive from Eccles to Skelmersdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Eccles to Skelmersdale is 25 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Eccles to Skelmersdale.

Where can I stay near Skelmersdale?

There are 2788+ hotels available in Skelmersdale.

Eccles to Skelmersdale - 4 ways to travel via train, line 375 bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Eccles to Skelmersdale by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 375 bus
best
1. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Wigan Wallgatetrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
1h 54m
£10–19
Line 132 bus, line 375 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Wallgatebus 132
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Concoursebus 375 / ...
2h 26m
£5–7
Drive 24.6 mi
1. Drive from Eccles to Skelmersdalecar 24.6 mi
30 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Eccles to Skelmersdaletaxi 24.6 mi
30 min
£55–70

Eccles to Skelmersdale by bus and train

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Distance: 31.5 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Eccles, Salford, England and Skelmersdale, England?

You can take a bus from Eccles Interchange to Concourse via The Trafford Centre Bus Station, Wallgate, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 2h 26m.

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